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by Myrtles Man
Sun Mar 19, 2023 5:39 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Tracking - too much toe in
Replies: 51
Views: 4776

Re: Tracking - too much toe in

"First, let's define what we mean by toe. It is the difference in the distance between the front and rear edges of the rims on one axle" Above quote from something called Northstar Racing. However, another source on the mighty interweb states that the measurement must be taken from halfway...
by Myrtles Man
Sun Mar 19, 2023 1:21 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Tracking - too much toe in
Replies: 51
Views: 4776

Re: Tracking - too much toe in

This clip provides an easily-understood explanation of the matter:-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0xCQkh1Njs
by Myrtles Man
Fri Mar 17, 2023 7:29 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Tracking - too much toe in
Replies: 51
Views: 4776

Re: Tracking - too much toe in

As Bill says and demonstrated in this video:-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TdqnrmA6AI&t=305s
by Myrtles Man
Thu Mar 16, 2023 8:59 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Tracking - too much toe in
Replies: 51
Views: 4776

Re: Tracking - too much toe in

The telescopic pole suggested above is a very good method of measuring and better than string. But, by using string, you can make sure that the front wheels are pointing in the same direction as the back wheels. I can't see how that would be the case with a telescopic pole and, it seems to me, you ...
by Myrtles Man
Thu Mar 16, 2023 4:46 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Tracking - too much toe in
Replies: 51
Views: 4776

Re: Tracking - too much toe in

Sorry Culp, but I don't think much to your choice of string - something like fishing line is what you need. Also, as Simmitc points out, you do your check on the edge of the wheel rims, not the tyres.
by Myrtles Man
Sun Mar 12, 2023 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thank You All
Replies: 12
Views: 1457

Re: Thank You All

Chief wrote: Sun Mar 12, 2023 9:13 am I thought at first you were sporting quite some style of beard and moustache, until I realised it was the side mirror :D
No - I was actually blowing bubblegum at the time (I'm pretty good at it!). :lol:
by Myrtles Man
Sat Mar 11, 2023 5:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thank You All
Replies: 12
Views: 1457

Re: Thank You All

Thank you for your kind words and, just to dispel any possible impressions that I might have bought a pup, here's a picture of a spot of Moggie-ownership being enjoyed:-
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by Myrtles Man
Fri Mar 10, 2023 3:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thank You All
Replies: 12
Views: 1457

Re: Thank You All

...north Cornwall is a bit far, I think a first drive from that distance home is a tad on the mad side for me... Mmm, well, when I was in the same position as you are now, I found a car that appeared to suit my requirements and the private seller just happened to be in Fife, Scotland whereas I'm in...
by Myrtles Man
Sat Mar 04, 2023 10:05 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Three word story FORUM GAME
Replies: 4651
Views: 553970

Re: Three word story FORUM GAME

high altitude frostbite
by Myrtles Man
Fri Mar 03, 2023 9:02 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Three word story FORUM GAME
Replies: 4651
Views: 553970

Re: Three word story FORUM GAME

worn by aircrew
by Myrtles Man
Sun Feb 26, 2023 10:22 pm
Forum: Do you know....?
Topic: Can any one help with the history of my car?
Replies: 3
Views: 1749

Re: Can any one help with the history of my car?

Well, the MoT and 'Is my car taxed?' searches throw up some intriguing results.
by Myrtles Man
Tue Feb 21, 2023 9:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: clothing
Replies: 16
Views: 5084

Re: clothing

Ah yes, that reminds me, I need to get some cooking plus-size to fry chips in. 8)
by Myrtles Man
Thu Feb 16, 2023 4:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Headlight kits .
Replies: 13
Views: 1225

Re: Headlight kits .

Ah, yes. That subtlety passed me by I'm afraid. As a private sale then, unfortunately, 'caveat emptor' applies, so no redress is available, more's the pity. :-(
by Myrtles Man
Thu Feb 16, 2023 11:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Headlight kits .
Replies: 13
Views: 1225

Re: Headlight kits .

Mmm, Zuma's following post seems fairly clear, also he only bought it in December 2022:- " Re: Betty ! The Morris Minor. Is the Car familiar to anyone ? Post by Zuma » Sun Jan 08, 2023 5:52 pm Geoberni, thanks for the info on Basil and oil . I will check out the oil ..I'v stuck it in the garage...
by Myrtles Man
Thu Feb 16, 2023 11:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Headlight kits .
Replies: 13
Views: 1225

Re: Headlight kits .

Well, yes but the following would still seem to apply as there's no exceptions listed or even implied for 'classic' or non-MoT requirement cars:- "If you're a motor trader, it's your responsibility to make sure that any vehicle you sell is roadworthy and exactly as you have described during the...
by Myrtles Man
Thu Feb 16, 2023 9:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Headlight kits .
Replies: 13
Views: 1225

Re: Headlight kits .

From your original, introductory posts it does seem that you may have bought the car from a motor trader and if that is the case you may wish to have a look at this:-

https://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights ... nMC5b0ZzJb
by Myrtles Man
Mon Feb 13, 2023 11:11 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Converting positive earth clock to negative earth
Replies: 7
Views: 1084

Re: Converting positive earth clock to negative earth

On the subject of capacitors, this Youtube clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNiztRfaNzY&t=935s is very instructive in regard to their construction and self-repair capabilities (specifically from about 17 minutes onwards but the whole thing is well worth watching and, for electrical numpties ...
by Myrtles Man
Thu Feb 09, 2023 4:44 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Noises from inside bell housing.
Replies: 6
Views: 847

Re: Noises from inside bell housing.

You could always try your luck with one of these:- https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/394367343375?hash=item5bd2201b0f:g:gY4AAOSwn0ljkEg8&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAsIUvwJm6Po7yRhoahviVH4rBWO1tg%2FvoxTtWYBdHv%2FXMh8PeQMgOf%2FeHmX2JKVFB%2BKYZV%2BGnwwNpErh2qt1a9kTu7src7rMEtAncdlE%2Bg%2FMItuQIxLy4wpXg%2FavW6V1aw...
by Myrtles Man
Mon Feb 06, 2023 4:18 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: gearbox bearing shims
Replies: 23
Views: 1585

Re: gearbox bearing shims

You could always epoxy one of these to your existing drain plug:- https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/204082347896?hash=item2f84417f78:g:t4IAAOSwv6BjzbZv&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAA4BJ6JVGGb20ENl7TJQIkvaj%2F3dWQR%2BGTIwO%2B563qkrB2YCyNoqIcH8ZH7WUH2m%2F%2BMkX3druv%2BCCIa6nV9E1xKUD7JOYdZtXtcL7d%2BJkAWgP5KTLnHZWj...